#10134
authentication_error
Invalid response from Google: API key not found or invalid. Please provide a valid API key.
This error has been identified and solved.
Reason
The 400 status error you are seeing in the Google API is due to the following reasons:
Invalid or Missing API Key: The error message indicates that an API key was not found or the provided API key is invalid. This is highlighted by the
API_KEY_INVALIDreason and theINVALID_ARGUMENTstatus.Client-Side Request Error: The 400 Bad Request error generally signifies that the request sent to the server was unacceptable, often due to a missing required parameter or an invalid value supplied in the request.
Solution
To fix the 400 status error in the Google API due to an invalid or missing API key, you need to ensure the following:
Check that you have correctly set the API key in your environment. Here are some steps to follow:
Verify API Key Configuration: Ensure the API key is properly defined in your
.envfile or the relevant configuration file.Use the Correct API Key: Make sure you are using a valid API key obtained from the Google API console, specifically for the service you are trying to access (e.g., Google Custom Search API).
Include Required Parameters: Ensure all required parameters, including the API key and any other necessary identifiers (such as a custom search engine ID), are included in the API request.
Check for Typos and Correct Formatting: Double-check for any typos or formatting errors in the API key and other request parameters.
By ensuring these steps are followed, you can resolve the API_KEY_INVALID error and successfully make API requests.
